North Carolina lost 21% of coastal forests in just 36 years

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What happened

Over the last 36 years, North Carolina's coastal forests have seen a dramatic decrease in forest cover.

The decline sped up after 2010 due to rising sea levels and increased salinity.

Key facts

  • Over the last 36 years, North Carolina's coastal forests have seen a dramatic decrease in forest cover.
  • The decline sped up after 2010 due to rising sea levels and increased salinity.
  • Reported by Times of India and published Thu, 08 Oct 2026 04:36:27 UTC.

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